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Enterovirus Infections for Parents
Enteroviruses are a common cause of infection in people of all ages, with symptoms that can range from mild to serious.
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Cytomegalovirus (CMV) for Parents
This virus poses few risks to healthy kids, but can cause serious health problems in unborn babies and kids with a weak immune system.
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Rotavirus for Parents
Rotavirus infection affects most kids and is one of the most common causes of diarrhea. A vaccine to prevent it is now recommended for all kids.
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Adenovirus for Parents
Adenoviruses can infect the lining of the eyes, airways and lungs, intestines, urinary tract, and nervous system. They're common causes of fever, coughs, sore throats, diarrhea, and pinkeye.
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The Flu for Kids
The flu is a virus that can make you sick for a week or longer. Find out more in this article for kids.
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What Are Germs? for Kids
You know they can hurt you, but what are these invisible creatures? Find out in this article for kids.
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What's Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)? for Kids
Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is an infection of the lungs and breathing passages.
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What Is Coxsackievirus? for Kids
A coxsackievirus is one of a group of viruses or germs that live in the digestive tract and can make you sick.
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A to Z: Cytomegalovirus for Parents
Learn about viral infections and conditions that can affect pregnancy, newborn babies, and people with weakened immune systems.
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Parechovirus for Parents
Parechovirus infections usually cause no symptoms or only mild symptoms. But the virus can cause serious illness in babies and young children.